I don't, but I am working on my masters in Child Behavioral Therapy. My goal is to work with autistic children. I believe they are truly special (in a great way!) Give your little man lots and lots of kisses. :)

I don't, but I am working on my masters in Child Behavioral Therapy. My goal is to work with autistic children. I believe they are truly special (in a great way!) Give your little man lots and lots of kisses. :)

I have an older child that is on the spectrum too, and since I have gotten pregnant with #3 I have had people ask me if I worry about having another child with autism or on the spectrum and I said no and even if I do it doesn't change how I feel or love my child in any shape or form.

I have an older child that is on the spectrum too, and since I have gotten pregnant with #3 I have had people ask me if I worry about having another child with autism or on the spectrum and I said no and even if I do it doesn't change how I feel or love my child in any shape or form.

My son technically has Aspergers but I was told last week this is no longer a viable diagnosis and you're either autistic or "normal" my son is neither. It's hard and I'm nervous how he will respond to the new baby but I'm not worried about this one having it, different dads and hopefully this one will be full term. Studies are so vague on it being genetic anyway.

My son technically has Aspergers but I was told last week this is no longer a viable diagnosis and you're either autistic or "normal" my son is neither. It's hard and I'm nervous how he will respond to the new baby but I'm not worried about this one having it, different dads and hopefully this one will be full term. Studies are so vague on it being genetic anyway.

Hey guys...my first son is 28 months and just got diagnosed with mild/moderate autism 2 weeks ago...we will be starting thrapy privately in a few weeks...the waiting lists are too long for public funded places. 20 hours of IBI/ABA therapy is costing us $1000 a week! We have an 8 month old boy and pregnant #3! When did you guys realize your kids were on the spectrum?

Hey guys...my first son is 28 months and just got diagnosed with mild/moderate autism 2 weeks ago...we will be starting thrapy privately in a few weeks...the waiting lists are too long for public funded places. 20 hours of IBI/ABA therapy is costing us $1000 a week! We have an 8 month old boy and pregnant #3! When did you guys realize your kids were on the spectrum?

It is so good to hear from other moms that have kiddos on the spectrum. Mommyto2already, my dad asked me if I thought it was a good idea because, "what if you have another like Robert?". I said that my life would be richer, and at least I would know what I was doing this time! Robert has Aspergers and is having a hard time getting an ASD diagnosis, but we are on our way! This baby will be our third. I guess there is nothing I can say that will prepare you for welcoming a new baby into a house with ASD, but my daughter is 3 now and is great with special needs kids and very patient. She also sticks up for herself. I just want to hug every one of you because it feels like we're sisters!

It is so good to hear from other moms that have kiddos on the spectrum. Mommyto2already, my dad asked me if I thought it was a good idea because, "what if you have another like Robert?". I said that my life would be richer, and at least I would know what I was doing this time! Robert has Aspergers and is having a hard time getting an ASD diagnosis, but we are on our way! This baby will be our third. I guess there is nothing I can say that will prepare you for welcoming a new baby into a house with ASD, but my daughter is 3 now and is great with special needs kids and very patient. She also sticks up for herself. I just want to hug every one of you because it feels like we're sisters!

Yep! Our oldest who will be 5 in May has HFA/ODD/ADHD/SPD dx's....our 2nd who turned 2 on 1/1 appears completely NT. To say I don't worry would be a bold face lie...I think about it quite a bit but its not like I change anything...ANY child can be born with any variety of 'issues' some not even realized until much later in life...that's just what I tell people when they ask ;-)I'm GLAD to see I'm not the only one! We are very lonely here in small town Ohio and are running out of good resources for our son....SERIOUSLY considering moving back to 'hill country' Tx! :)

Yep! Our oldest who will be 5 in May has HFA/ODD/ADHD/SPD dx's....our 2nd who turned 2 on 1/1 appears completely NT. To say I don't worry would be a bold face lie...I think about it quite a bit but its not like I change anything...ANY child can be born with any variety of 'issues' some not even realized until much later in life...that's just what I tell people when they ask ;-)I'm GLAD to see I'm not the only one! We are very lonely here in small town Ohio and are running out of good resources for our son....SERIOUSLY considering moving back to 'hill country' Tx! :)

Steffie, we live in the Seattle area and I feel very lonely. I can't relate to other moms well because they just don't understand, they still do things like make fun of the short bus and assume that my son is misbehaving because im a bad mom. Being a mom can be isolating and then being a mom to a child with ASD is even more isolating.

Steffie, we live in the Seattle area and I feel very lonely. I can't relate to other moms well because they just don't understand, they still do things like make fun of the short bus and assume that my son is misbehaving because im a bad mom. Being a mom can be isolating and then being a mom to a child with ASD is even more isolating.

We had a variety of dx's very early on...at 18 months they said ADHD and just hang on lol Looking back, I swear he was born with this...he HATED to be snuggled/swaddled, screamed incessantly, flapped before he was 12 months (which was cute at the time ;-) lol), and a variety of other things I kept pointing out but kept telling me, "your a first time mom"...ugh! His actually ASD dx didn't come until around 3. Look into state funded preschools and/or places that offer Early intervention screenings...most start at around 2 or so and offer free therapy. Then you can supplement with private therapy...wish I had known earlier, we have paid an arm and a leg for therapy so far....

We had a variety of dx's very early on...at 18 months they said ADHD and just hang on lol Looking back, I swear he was born with this...he HATED to be snuggled/swaddled, screamed incessantly, flapped before he was 12 months (which was cute at the time ;-) lol), and a variety of other things I kept pointing out but kept telling me, "your a first time mom"...ugh! His actually ASD dx didn't come until around 3. Look into state funded preschools and/or places that offer Early intervention screenings...most start at around 2 or so and offer free therapy. Then you can supplement with private therapy...wish I had known earlier, we have paid an arm and a leg for therapy so far....

Really?!? Even in a large city as well?!? That's awful! You would 'think' there would be more available such as support groups. I'm VERY sorry about your friends...many of ours are the same way :-/ unless you are the parent, I truly don't think you 'get it'. The routines, the sensory issues, the constant explaining to him, telling people to speak 'black n white'... :( I spend A LOT of time reading blogs and interacting with groups on facebook and maybe it's sad but they have become better friends than I've ever actually had in the flesh :-/

Really?!? Even in a large city as well?!? That's awful! You would 'think' there would be more available such as support groups. I'm VERY sorry about your friends...many of ours are the same way :-/ unless you are the parent, I truly don't think you 'get it'. The routines, the sensory issues, the constant explaining to him, telling people to speak 'black n white'... :( I spend A LOT of time reading blogs and interacting with groups on facebook and maybe it's sad but they have become better friends than I've ever actually had in the flesh :-/

Jessica-we ARE sisters! We are all in this together! We, as moms with kids on the spectrum fight for eachother, empathize and cry together, 'warn' and help each other...we are all the other truly has...WE are the only ones who 'get it' <3 BIG HUGS!!!

Jessica-we ARE sisters! We are all in this together! We, as moms with kids on the spectrum fight for eachother, empathize and cry together, 'warn' and help each other...we are all the other truly has...WE are the only ones who 'get it' <3 BIG HUGS!!!

Mom2b-it depends on who you ask honestly. Some swear it was vaccinations...now tho, I DID see 'regression' w every dose, I can't say for sure with my son. He regresses at various times for no apparent reason now. Now those on the severe side of the spectrum (those that tote that GFCF, chelation therapy helps, feed your child organic food and I've seen them 'cured') very possibly. The spectrum is SOOOO incredibly broad it's unbelievable! Our son is hardly ever sick, no stomach issues MANY parents speak of...his immunity is AMAZING! Now our 2nd son, who appears NT, catches everything and has all kinds of stomach issues...AND some parents are finding all kinds of underlying health issues with their children such as Mitochondrial disease...which causes ASD type symptoms...I wish I could give you a definitive answer, but even after reading nonstop and seeing every dr/specialist under the sun, I like many families, have no real answers :-/ sorry if I was no real help...

Mom2b-it depends on who you ask honestly. Some swear it was vaccinations...now tho, I DID see 'regression' w every dose, I can't say for sure with my son. He regresses at various times for no apparent reason now. Now those on the severe side of the spectrum (those that tote that GFCF, chelation therapy helps, feed your child organic food and I've seen them 'cured') very possibly. The spectrum is SOOOO incredibly broad it's unbelievable! Our son is hardly ever sick, no stomach issues MANY parents speak of...his immunity is AMAZING! Now our 2nd son, who appears NT, catches everything and has all kinds of stomach issues...AND some parents are finding all kinds of underlying health issues with their children such as Mitochondrial disease...which causes ASD type symptoms...I wish I could give you a definitive answer, but even after reading nonstop and seeing every dr/specialist under the sun, I like many families, have no real answers :-/ sorry if I was no real help...

My son was three when they diagnosed my son but I think I knew before then, if I am honest with myself. My son is also diagnosed with Aspergers and I couldn't picture my life without my son the exact way that he is! I agree that as mothers of children with autism that we can stick together and be a support system no matter what is happening! I haven't said anything to either of my children about another child on the way but I know it is going to be avoidable soon. I am praying a lot about how to do it without upsetting either of them especially my son. Any thoughts?

My son was three when they diagnosed my son but I think I knew before then, if I am honest with myself. My son is also diagnosed with Aspergers and I couldn't picture my life without my son the exact way that he is! I agree that as mothers of children with autism that we can stick together and be a support system no matter what is happening! I haven't said anything to either of my children about another child on the way but I know it is going to be avoidable soon. I am praying a lot about how to do it without upsetting either of them especially my son. Any thoughts?

My son was three when they diagnosed my son but I think I knew before then, if I am honest with myself. My son is also diagnosed with Aspergers and I couldn't picture my life without my son the exact way that he is! I agree that as mothers of children with autism that we can stick together and be a support system no matter what is happening! I haven't said anything to either of my children about another child on the way but I know it is going to be avoidable soon. I am praying a lot about how to do it without upsetting either of them especially my son. Any thoughts?

My son was three when they diagnosed my son but I think I knew before then, if I am honest with myself. My son is also diagnosed with Aspergers and I couldn't picture my life without my son the exact way that he is! I agree that as mothers of children with autism that we can stick together and be a support system no matter what is happening! I haven't said anything to either of my children about another child on the way but I know it is going to be avoidable soon. I am praying a lot about how to do it without upsetting either of them especially my son. Any thoughts?

Honestly, questioning why or how is a complete and utter waste of my time. That is one of those questions that is like a punch in the gut. I don't need something or someone to blame, I just need to live the life I've been given with as much gusto as I can give.

Honestly, questioning why or how is a complete and utter waste of my time. That is one of those questions that is like a punch in the gut. I don't need something or someone to blame, I just need to live the life I've been given with as much gusto as I can give.

I wish I had a group of women in my area that would get together every week and talk. Someone who has kids with HF ASD in school. I just need to look and I'm sure I will find something eventually. I have found that the autism groups we've joined were not what I was looking for.

I wish I had a group of women in my area that would get together every week and talk. Someone who has kids with HF ASD in school. I just need to look and I'm sure I will find something eventually. I have found that the autism groups we've joined were not what I was looking for.

Galaxy- my son lacked social skills and empathy. He didn't want to be held at birth. He was/is extremely smart and obsessed over things (wheels, sounds...) he now will repeat things over and over (quotes from movies, or video games). He was extremely aggressive towards other children as a toddler. He had sensory issues such as not walking barefoot on grass, tantrums if his hands were dirty, gagging on new textured food (still does at 5). Extremely sensitive to noise (couldn't sleep at night because there was too much noise). BUT, every kiddo with ASD is different and my son is very high functioning.

Galaxy- my son lacked social skills and empathy. He didn't want to be held at birth. He was/is extremely smart and obsessed over things (wheels, sounds...) he now will repeat things over and over (quotes from movies, or video games). He was extremely aggressive towards other children as a toddler. He had sensory issues such as not walking barefoot on grass, tantrums if his hands were dirty, gagging on new textured food (still does at 5). Extremely sensitive to noise (couldn't sleep at night because there was too much noise). BUT, every kiddo with ASD is different and my son is very high functioning.

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